Himachal Scenic Premium Drive
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Himachal Scenic Premium Drive

Two extra days unlock Rohtang Pass and deeper Manali — Himachal's premium mountain road trip

6D/5N
Private Tour
Customizable

Private & Curated

Travel only with your people, your way. No crowded buses.

Expert Curation

Handpicked boutique stays and highly immersive local activities.

24/7 Concierge Support

We are with you every step of the journey for a seamless trip.

Starting From₹26,499 /pp

Overview

The Himachal Scenic Premium Drive stretches your Shimla-Manali experience into a luxurious 5-night journey with an extra day in Manali that changes everything. That additional night unlocks Rohtang Pass — the legendary 3,978-metre gateway to Lahaul Valley — or, if the pass is closed, the engineering marvel of Atal Tunnel and the serene village of Sissu beyond it. Either way, you'll stand in landscapes that most tourists only see on Instagram.

Your first two nights in Shimla blend colonial charm with mountain grandeur. Walk the Ridge as mist rolls through the valley below, explore the Indo-Gothic Viceregal Lodge where India's partition was drafted, and ride ponies through Kufri's alpine meadows. A heritage walk through Shimla's hidden lanes reveals century-old timber buildings, scandal-era stories, and the best chai stalls that even locals argue about.

Three nights in Manali let you properly settle into the rhythm of this Kullu Valley gem. Day one is pure adrenaline at Solang Valley — paragliding tandem flights, the ropeway gondola ride, and the ancient Hadimba Temple surrounded by towering deodar cedars. Day two heads high — either the snow-covered moonscape of Rohtang or the dramatic drive through Atal Tunnel to Sissu waterfall. Your final evening in Old Manali's cobblestone lanes and the steaming hot springs at Vashisht make for the perfect wind-down before departure. This is Himachal without compromise.

Trip Highlights

  • Private AC SUV with experienced hill-road driver for 6 full days
  • Rohtang Pass excursion (3,978m) or Atal Tunnel to Sissu Valley
  • 3 nights in Manali — enough time for adventure AND relaxation
  • Shimla heritage walk through hidden colonial lanes and timber houses
  • Roerich Art Gallery at Naggar Castle — Russian painter's Himalayan studio
  • Tandem paragliding over Solang Valley with certified pilots
  • Vashisht hot springs soak and Old Manali cafe trail

Inclusions

  • 5 nights accommodation (2N Shimla + 3N Manali) on twin sharing basis
  • Daily breakfast at hotel
  • Private AC SUV (Innova Crysta/similar) for all transfers and sightseeing
  • Experienced hill-road driver throughout the trip
  • Naggar Castle and Roerich Art Gallery entry tickets
  • All toll taxes, parking fees, and state permits
  • Welcome drink on arrival at each hotel
  • Hotel GST and service charges included

Exclusions

  • Airfare or train tickets to/from Chandigarh
  • Meals other than breakfast (lunch and dinner)
  • Rohtang Pass permit fee (₹550/person, booked online 1 day prior)
  • Adventure activities: paragliding (₹1,500-2,500), ropeway (₹800), skiing in winter (₹1,000+)
  • Snow activities at Rohtang — scooter (₹500-800), ATV (₹800), snow tube (₹300)
  • Personal expenses — shopping, tips, laundry, phone calls
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Start From ₹26,499* PP.

Tour Pricing & Options

Standard Package

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Best Time to Travel

March to June, October to December

Departs From

✈ By Air

Chandigarh (IXC)

Delhi (DEL)

🚂 By Train

Chandigarh (CDG)

Delhi (NDLS)

Duration

6D / 5N

*Prices subject to seasonal variation & availability